Tags
A tag is a variable value used for display, monitoring or operation. This can be a variable of a PLC, a value of a counter or even a calculated tag. Each tag is available up to the second.
Data types
AnyViz supports the processing of the following data types:- Numeric: Integers or floating point numbers (also counter values).
- Boolean:
true
andfalse
values for status display or acquisition of operating times - String: Display or input of texts
- DateTime: Date values, time values or combined date/time values
Create a tag
Once a cloud adapter is successfully connected, the list of available symbols is exchanged and displayed in a structured manner underneath in the tree.
When using a symbol for the first time or clicking on the icon, the tag editor appears.
Depending on the data type and cloud adapter, different properties can be defined.
Name |
Display name, which is used for labeling purposes The name does not have to be unique and can be changed at any time |
Folder |
Name of the folder (see structs / folders) Press the Enter key to enter nested folders |
Symbol | Unique ID of the symbol. To change, see symbol exchange |
Counter value | Enables meter reading for automatic determination of consumption/generation and power/throughput. See counter concept |
Scaling | Allows conversion by specifying a Factor, as well as limiting values by specifying Min and Max. Click on the arrow to enable linear conversion (e.g. conversion of a 4-20mA signal). |
Unit |
Unit for displaying the value For counter values, a deviating unit for the power/throughput is specified in addition to the unit for the consumption/generation (e.g. kWh;kW or m³;m³/h) |
Logging | Configuration of optional data logging. |
Properties | Each tag allows to store optional properties, which are displayed in the tooltip. These can also be used for filtering or can be displayed via a info field. |
Data logging
Tags can optionally be configured for data logging. The following options are available:
- Periodic: Logging at an interval between 10 seconds and 1 hour.
If the value remains unchanged over several logging periods, only the first and last period is persisted - Delta: The value is persisted as soon as it changes by a specified delta. This option makes it possible to accurately track value changes without requiring a larger logging capacity.
- On change: Each value change is persisted. This option is suitable for setpoints or states, but can lead to large amounts of logging if used incorrectly.